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Beyond Autobahn: The World's Best Driving Destinations
Everyone knows that the Autobahn is one of the most iconic roads in the world, but there is not much reason to make the drive, other than th... read more

Roadside Assistance: What to Do When Your Car Breaks Down
When your car breaks down as you're driving, your first instinct is usually to panic, but doing so could make the situation even more da... read more

Driving is one of the most dangerous things we do on a daily basis, so taking every precaution possible to keep yourself and others safe is the only responsible thing to do. From avoiding distractions... read more

According to Consumer Reports, cars are lasting longer than ever before, with the average vehicle lasting over 11 years. Of course, there will always be cars that die early and cars that last far long... read more

The 3 Most Common Road Hazards that All Drivers Face
When you drive on the road, there may be unexpected things that fling themselves in front if your vehicle. If you’re not careful, these unexpected items can force you to collide with another vehicle and cause an accident.
While it&r...

7 Precision Tools Every Man Needs When Working on Their Car
If you've ever wanted to start make your own car repairs, but felt like you were out of your depth, this list will help you fill your toolbox. You'll be able to fix almost any problem your car can throw at you.
Torque Wrench
Bolts a...

Buying a classic car is much different than heading into a dealership and picking up a new model. Almost all of the risk is placed on the shoulders of the buyer, and this means that it is time to dig ... read more

Drivers must always remain prepared for trouble on the road. Problems such as an overheated engine require immediate attention. Here are some tips for dealing with a breakdown on the freeway.
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Without a doubt, one of the largest expenses a truck driver or their company will face is the astronomical cost of diesel to fill up their rigs. As a driver, you have the power to reduce these costs a... read more

Car problems should always be fixed as soon as possible. A relatively minor issue can easily become a very expensive headache. Here are five auto repairs that can save you money.
Seal oil leaks
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Your child is finally approaching that exciting age where they can begin driving. A thrilling moment in everyone’s life, learning to drive is arguably more the responsibility of the parent than ... read more

There are few events in life are more stressful or more exciting than purchasing a car. A vehicle is the most expensive item you are likely to purchase, second only to the purchase of a home. The five... read more

While you don't like to think about the possibility of having car trouble, it's something that can occur at any time. Every day, thousands of motorists are stranded on the highway with a dead battery,... read more

The winter weather can bring a wide range of challenges that many will face while on the road. As the owner of a truck, you don't have to be that person who is slowly creeping down the snow-covered ro... read more

Distracted driving has always been an issue. From scarfs flying into the field of vision to text messages drawing sight away from the road, it’s important to know what to do to keep your adventu... read more

When your car is being towed, you need to make sure you take steps to care for your car properly. You cannot get your car towed after car trouble without knowing what to do. The steps below will help you make wise decisions about your car.
Insurance
You need to contact your car insurance provi...

You might not know much about cars, but anyone can figure out the basics of parting out if it means making a little money from an otherwise useless junk car. If you’ve got an old junker sitting ... read more

Teaching your children about the rules of the road can be a challenge. Teaching rules about anything can be tricky but when it comes to the road, it gets a little scarier. Parents get a little nervous... read more

How to Deal With Underinsured and Uninsured Motorists After an Accident
An enormous amount of auto accidents happen every day. Because of the large number of drivers on the roads, the chances that you will eventually get into an accident at some point in your life are very high. In the United Stat...

Bringing Back the 20's: How to Restore a Classic Car
Many people who dream of buying an iconic classic car and returning to its former glory. The idea of a long-term restoration project can be excit... read more

5 Car Maintenance Problems You Should Fix Right Away
Maintaining your car is hard work—especially when you need it every single day for commuting to your job, dropping off the kids, and running errands. With so many things to do, it’s difficult to find time for taking the car into the s...

We have all got far better things to do with our time than sit in traffic jams. Of all modern life’s frustrations, a traffic jam has to be the most irritating waste of time we have to contend with on a daily basis. You can bet your life that the minute you get stuck in a jam, your child will w...

You love your vehicle and are thankful for the luxury of being able to drive versus walk on those rainy days and how simple it is to make a quick run to the store for movie night popcorn, but having a car is costly. Sometimes it feels as though you’d be better off without a car, for the financ...

A man with a license to kill is sure to be different from mere mortals of the world. Everything about him must set him apart from the crowd. Everything about James Bond does exactly that. His enviable and lust worthy collection of cars plays a major role in making him the suave and dangerous charact...

Have you had your eye on a nice sports car for the last few years? You probably dream about driving one when you go to bed at night, but you are focusing all your energy on the wrong things. There are lots of reasons why you don’t want an expensive sports car unless you have money to burn. We&...

Most people believe that the price of gasoline is directly related to the price of oil, but this is only partially true. To help understand how gas prices are determined, one must examine supply and demand, inflation, and taxes as well.
Crude oil does not come out of the ground in the same for...

In a cash strapped world, we are all looking for a way to save some money throughout our daily routine. This is especially the case when it comes to travel. It’s a necessity which millions of us do every morning and every evening – we all have to spend money on fuel and it seems sensible...

It is said that necessity is the mother of invention or discovery. While that is true most of the time, in some situations the credit only goes to creativity and imagination. These are times when you think out of the box and come up with myriad uses of the same thing. Not everything has to be conven...

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A lot of men, and even women, prefer doing their own car repairs. Others would never touch their cars and would much rather spend the money to hand it over to a professional mechanic whenever repairs are needed. There are certainly pros and cons associated with both of these options. If yo...

There is so much that is worth seeing in this country and so little time to see but before you go think about which car you are going to take because unfortunately summer is also the season of higher gas prices. If you are on a budget like most people then the summer also means you are more likely t...

Hydroplaning (a.k.a. aquaplaning) is a very real danger that all drivers must deal with at some point or other. Hydroplaning is not a rare phenomenon that only affects a few people each year, instead it is something that most drivers encounter to some degree at some time or other. Knowing how to dea...

There are lots of serious reasons why you might need to take your car in for repairs. Major accidents of all types can occur to your car suddenly and necessitate expensive trips to the mechanic. One way to avoid these costly and lengthy repair jobs however, is to make sure you are taking your c...

I’ve given people a few tips they need to remember when planning a big motorcycle trip because it’s not nice being hundreds of miles away from home when something goes wrong.
Riding a motorcycle to and from work is fun, but I’m sure you’ll agree there is nothing more excitin...

The things we own tend to define our personalities in ways that can’t be expressed through words. You can learn a lot about someone by the clothes they wear, the way they style their hair and especially by what kind of vehicle they drive. Here are 15 cars that make a statement about their owne...

In the old days, I would take my muscled-up ’74 Charger down PCH from San Francisco to Half Moon Bay whenever I needed a little relaxation and open road. The combined sounds of the crashing waves and 440-horsepower hemi created a magical symphony in my ear. Those days have long since passed, b...

When you are selling a used car you’ll want to get the most money possible for it, and you’ll be amazed at just how much more you can get for it with a little effort. People buy with their eyes, so making sure the car looks appealing is a really good idea. Making sure you advertise it in...

Of all the insurance claims, rear-end collisions are the most common. We’ve probably all been involved in an accident at one time or another where someone has driven into the back of us, or we have driven into the back of someone else. All it takes is for you to take your eyes off the road for...

Over the last decade or so car air fresheners have received some bad press. Troubling associations with the 1980s, nauseatingly overpowering fragrances, and clunky, dated designs meant that people began deciding against dangling the little tree or set of traffic lights from their rear view mirrors. ...

What Makes Auto Insurance Rates Rise?
Have you ever opened your auto insurance bill only to discover that your rates have risen even though you have a clean driving record? Insurance can be a tricky business, and unfortunately, it’s not just car accidents that raise your rates. Here are a few...

by Tim Gowens
OEM wheels (Original Equipment Manufacturer) come in many different styles and sizes. It is hard to keep track of all of them and I have been doing this for 20 plus years. It seems to change so drastically from year to year. In the OEM wheels category there will be the standard front ...

by Tim Gowens
Wheel refinishing and structure repair came about due to the incredible cost of purchasing a new wheel from the dealership. Smart people with good mechanical engineers working with them know that aluminum wheels can be manipulated back to its original condition through the proper heat...

by Tim Gowens
The problem:
Unfortunately, American tire manufacturing businesses continue to go overseas because they can get a quality product with relatively lower cost. Foreign tire manufacturing companies frequently put out excellent products that are cost effective for the consumer, but not ...

by Tim Gowens
If you have repairable aluminum wheels gathering dust and taking up shop space, or if you just purchased some custom wheels and want to cash in on your old wheels, simply provide your contact information and we will respond within 24 hours. Our prices are always better than what you w...

by Tim Gowens
Metro Wheels Inc. in Marietta, Georgia, is the country's premier wheel repair and replacement facility. But we have not always been the sophisticated, technically accurate facility that we are today.
I started the company in 1989 with $100 borrowed from my mother. I bought a business...

by Tim Gowens
Have you ever wondered what causes the chrome on the inside barrel of a wheel to peel? How about the chrome peeling or flaking on the inside of the tire?
If so, then you are about to be informed by the experts at Metro wheels. Over the past 16 years of doing business, we have seen th...

by Tim Gowens
Motorcycle wheels can be repaired just as easily as any other alloy wheel. The process is the same, but requires a different machine, because most motorcycle wheels have a "pressed in" bearing that remains with the wheel.
As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. So Metro Wh...

by Tim Gowens
Rim is an old-fashioned term that was used when referring to wagon wheel - thus the term "wheel rim." It means the outer-most edge of the wagon wheel where there was a steel band the surrounded the wooden spokes. The dictionary defines a rim as:
1. The usually curved or circular bord...

by Tim Gowens
Have you ever bought a wheel cleaner from your local auto parts store, only to have it bleach out the finish on your wheels? It happens all the time. Here are 9 steps to properly cleaning your wheels.
9 Steps To Wheel Care
1. Wheels should be cleaned with warm water and mild non-det...

by Tim Gowens
The question is often asked, "Why use aluminum wheels on my vehicle? Why should I pay all that money for alloy wheels?" Aluminum car wheels may seem like a waste of money to some, but to others they are a must.
Most alloy wheels are cast into a mold, and the end result is a smoother ...

by Tim Gowens
Lathing a wheel is very simple - provided you have the correct equipment. A CNC machine is necessary to repair damaged machined wheels.
The process itself is simple: The CNC machine traces the existing arches that are in most alloy wheels. Once the machine has those coordinates, a CN...

by Tim Gowens
Alloy wheels can make a big difference in a car or motorcycle, with improved handling and a beautiful appearance. Because of this, enthusiasts have been upgrading to larger wheels for years, replacing basic steel wheels and hubcaps to set a vehicle apart from others and to provide a s...

by Tim Gowens
Engage techs to increase wheel repair revenues.
If you’re in the wheel repair business, you could be walking away from thousands of dollars in additional revenue every year – without even knowing it. Luckily, I’m willing to share an easy fix to this problem with you...

by Tim Gowens
Why do some folks have such affinity for the wheels on their car? Why do some people get worked up about whether their wheels look perfect or not? Well, the answer is simple: Alloy wheels are very expensive and, when they look great, so the entire car does. I have seen some BMWs and P...